Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia

Maps are intellectual devices that are essential for reference and research. They are indispensable for showing spatial data and non-verbal information. This paper discusses the role of maps in socio-economic studies and research with reference to selected Malaysian examples. These examples include...

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Main Author: Voon, Phin Keong
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spelling my-inti-eprints.3002016-05-17T03:33:57Z http://eprints.intimal.edu.my/300/ Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia Voon, Phin Keong DS Asia G Geography (General) HC Economic History and Conditions Maps are intellectual devices that are essential for reference and research. They are indispensable for showing spatial data and non-verbal information. This paper discusses the role of maps in socio-economic studies and research with reference to selected Malaysian examples. These examples include research on settlements based on topographic maps, the use of cadastral maps for studies relating to land parcels, and maps as illustrative devices. The prospects and possibilities of maps for research arising from advancement towards the digital format are also examined. INTI Publishing House Sdn Bhd 2005 Article PeerReviewed text en http://eprints.intimal.edu.my/300/1/2005_10.pdf Voon, Phin Keong (2005) Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia. INTI Journal, 1 (5). pp. 466-476. ISSN 1675-0284
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G Geography (General)
HC Economic History and Conditions
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G Geography (General)
HC Economic History and Conditions
Voon, Phin Keong
Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia
description Maps are intellectual devices that are essential for reference and research. They are indispensable for showing spatial data and non-verbal information. This paper discusses the role of maps in socio-economic studies and research with reference to selected Malaysian examples. These examples include research on settlements based on topographic maps, the use of cadastral maps for studies relating to land parcels, and maps as illustrative devices. The prospects and possibilities of maps for research arising from advancement towards the digital format are also examined.
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title Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia
title_short Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia
title_full Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia
title_fullStr Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia
title_full_unstemmed Use of Maps for Socio-Economics Studies with Reference to Malaysia
title_sort use of maps for socio-economics studies with reference to malaysia
publisher INTI Publishing House Sdn Bhd
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url http://eprints.intimal.edu.my/300/1/2005_10.pdf
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